W126

1986 420 SEL rough starting problem

Have an intermittent problem when starting this car. Car starts without problem 70% of the time. Instant ignition, idles perfectly, impossible to tell if engine is running. Other times the starter must be engaged for ten or more seconds before the engine even tries to start. Sometimes 3 or 4 attempts must be made before the engine fires. When it does finally start at these times, ignition is slow and it seems to be firing one or two cylinders at a time before it finally catches and idles properly. Problem arose immediately after having a new fuel distributor installed.

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Rear window regulator

Trying to replace the regulator slide on a 83' 126. I have everything off and the regulator is unbolted and loose, but I can't seem to fiqure out how to disconnect the wireing. It seems to be hard wired into the regulator and unhooking the switch still leaves wires connected. Please help, before I start splicing.

Thanks again for the help!!!!

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Preventive In Dash Repairs On 1986 560 SEC

1986 560 SEC coupe

Greetings:

I share Kent's pholosophy of prevention. I have removed the center console where the shifter is and the radio, climate console and ashtray to refinish the wood. While all that is out, what things do you recommend that I change out while I have easier access inside the dash? BTW I am in the process of replacing the climate control motor brushes and the gauge cluster lights as Kent suggested but was wondering if there were other items?

Thanks,

John Sebastian

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